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Oklahoma School Removes Bible Quotes From Classrooms Following Complaints

September 25th, 2023

The school district of Skiatoon, Oklahoma was told by a prominent secular activist group to remove scripture posted prominently in public school classrooms. Does John 3:16 belong in the halls of high school?

Political & Religious Controversy 267 Comments

Is There a War on Books in America?

September 25th, 2023

A national book banning crusade is no longer confined to schools – it's now expanding to public libraries. This means anyone who walks into a library could find the book they want to read "off limits."

Political & Religious Controversy 198 Comments

What is WitchTok? Meet the Internet's Spellcasters

September 22nd, 2023

'WitchTok' may be the fastest growing spiritual or religious movement today. TikTok witches have tens of billions of views online, and are using their powers to both hex political rivals, but also find community.

Pagan & Wiccan 66 Comments

LGBTQ+ Community "Betrayed" by Pride Flag Ban in Majority-Muslim City

September 21st, 2023

Did the Muslim community of Hamtramck, Michigan betray the LGBTQ community? Some say yes, after the city's all-Muslim city council voted to ban LGBTQ Pride flags from being flown on government property.

LGBTQ & Human Rights 106 Comments

Sinners or Heroes? Meet the Sex Workers of the Holy Bible

September 18th, 2023

It's fair to say that Christian teachings aren't exactly known for progressive views on sex work. But the world's oldest profession makes numerous appearances in the Holy Bible... with some fascinating takeaways.

Christian 116 Comments

New 3D-Printed "Suicide Pod" May Debut This Year

September 14th, 2023

Are 3D-printed suicide pods the way of the future? An Australian scientist dubbed 'Dr. Death' says his 'Sarco Pods', which kill users in minutes with the push of a button, are almost ready for their debut.

Life and Death 66 Comments

7 Things to Consider When Planning a Nude Wedding

September 14th, 2023

Nudists and naturists may want to take their clothing optional philosophy into their wedding day. While exciting and liberating, nudist weddings come with additional considerations; here's your guide on nudist weddings.

Weddings 35 Comments

Bible Websites Get Reported for Violating New Anti-Porn Laws

September 11th, 2023

Is the Bible pornographic? Citing eyebrow-raising passages and using some states' own anti-porn laws against them, online activists are trying to get websites hosting the Bible to require age verification before use.

Political & Religious Controversy 178 Comments

Can You Understand These Gen-Z Bible Translations?

September 8th, 2023

A viral TikTok account is translating the Bible into Gen-Z slang one tale at a time. The humorous biblical retellings use slang to make the Bible more comprehensible to young people, but some say it may be going too far.

Science & Technology 58 Comments

Muslim Woman Forced to Remove Hijab for Mugshot Files Lawsuit

September 7th, 2023

A Muslim woman says she was emotionally scarred when Tennessee police officers forced her to remove her hijab for a mugshot photo. Now she's suing the county, arguing her religious freedom rights were violated.

Political & Religious Controversy 139 Comments

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